The Herman & Walter Samuelson Children's Hospital at Sinai

The Herman & Walter Samuelson Children's Hospital at Sinai supports the very heart of the family-centered care philosophy. From pediatric medicine to expert care in specialties such as cancer, neurologic disorders, bowel disease and diabetes, the Samuelson Children's Hospital delivers individualized care focused on the family and patient. The family works alongside the clinical team to ensure the best outcomes from their sick child.

Family Health Site

The Children's Hospital Family Health Site offers valuable information for pediatric patients and their families about preparing for a visit, meeting staff members and the full hospital experience. In addition, the site features tips on staying healthy, games that educate about overall health and giving opportunities for supporting the Children's Hospital.

Click on the age appropriate links below to learn more about the site:

Recent Patient Testimonials

"The staff at Sinai Hospital is wonderful. Kudos to the operating room staff. The Children's Hospital at Sinai is a real gem in Baltimore!"

-- Jennifer B.

“Sinai has changed my life. I can do things that every other kid can do, and I’m not in pain. It’s all because of Sinai.”

-- Rachael F.

“Regardless of where you are, Sinai is worth the trip. It’s the only place I would ever take my daughter. The new building will be spectacular. The new facility will be comforting on so many levels; it will be better than what we had before, and what we had was awesome.”

--Sandi F. (Rachael’s mother)

“The staff was always smiling so you felt safe when you’re there. Everyone there is always just so friendly and caring. It feels like home."

-- Michael G.

“We were put instantly at ease. No matter when I called, whether it was 9:30 a.m. or 2:30 a.m., I got an answer. They saw him as a 14-year-old boy. They treated us like family.”

-- Joan G. (Michael’s mother)

“Everyone, from the janitor to the surgeon, will talk about the Ravens with Zak. The whole staff knows you. They want to get to know you. I’m not scared to ask questions. I feel safe. We found the right place.”

--Tracy G. (patient’s mother)

“I love family-centered care. Everyone is so welcoming; everyone loves their jobs. It makes you feel better to be here.”

--Cathe C. (Patient’s mother)

“The staff knows how to work with families. They welcome not just the patient, but the entire family. They determine what your needs are and try to make what you’re going through as easy as it can be.”

--Jane S.

“The staff at Sinai’s children’s hospital did more than take care of me physically. They treated me like a person, not a disease. They would work to cheer us up on bad days and laugh with us on good days. 10 years after completing my treatment, I still consider everyone at the children’s hospital family.”

-- Tovah L.

“At no time did I feel uncomfortable, and they explained everything in layman’s terms. It didn’t matter if I asked 30 times. My husband and I were allowed to stay the night, and I appreciate that because there is no way we could have left her.”

-- Kimberlee P. (Patient’s mother)

“The child life specialists in the playroom are wonderful. They make the patients feel comfortable in the hospital; they make your hospital stay run smoothly. The quality of care that I have received has been amazing."

-- Taylor G.

“The quality of care we have received at the children’s hospital has been wonderful. Everyone is professional but at the same time you feel like you are part of a big happy family. It’s nice to know that in addition to getting wonderful medical care that you have support from the staff.”

-- Lisa G. (Patient’s mother)

“The staff is all wonderful people. Even when I come and get my breakfast, the cashier always asks how I am. I was born into Sinai and they’re always there for me. I would tell anyone, ‘you’re not going to get better nurses, better doctors, even better cashiers! You’re not going to get a better Pediatric Hematology/Oncology unit."